Posts in Category: For The Dogs

Veterinary medicine has a lot to do with diagnosing, treating, and preventing problems that affect the different body systems. Most veterinarians are adept at managing chronic kidney disease, allergic dermatitis, or an upper respiratory infection. Not all veterinarians are equipped to handle orthopedic issues, though, especially when it comes to those that are best addressed surgically.

At Blue Valley Animal Hospital, our doctors are here to help your furry family friend even when it comes to orthopedic issues. We are equipped to do orthopedic surgery in pets in many situations. It is our pleasure to offer excellent care in this arena for our clients. Continue…

While there are some realities that come along with aging, aging itself is never a disease, and getting older doesn’t have to mean a life of health complications. Just as we attend to our diets, exercise, and yearly exams, our pets also require ongoing preventive care to stay at their optimum life.

Senior pets, or those typically 7 years and older, also can experience amazing vitality, energy, and quality of life. And just like with us, they need health care that is tailored to their advanced age. Get to know more about how you can give your pet the very best life and longevity through senior pet wellness.Continue…

According to the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, there were over 199,000 calls about pet poisoning in 2017. Many of these were caused by common household items. The top three sources – human prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, and human food products – may seem harmless to you, but they can be life-threatening to pets.